Avocent Integrated LCD KVM Switch, Installer/User Manual

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Chapter 1: Installation 9
Figure 1.6: Main Upgrade Utility Window
6. Click Select File to locate the firmware upgrade file.
7. Click Check Version to see the current firmware version of your
Integrated LCD KVM Switch. If the selected firmware file is a
newer version, click
Upgrade to start the upgrade process.
NOTE: During the upgrade process, do not remove the upgrade cable or
Integrated LCD KVM Switch power adaptor.
8. An Upgrade complete! message appears above the progress bar
after a successful firmware upgrade. You may now exit the utility.
Daisy-chaining your Integrated LCD KVM Switch
The Integrated LCD KVM Switch features up to 16 levels of attached
switches via the daisy-chain cable. The 16-port KVM switch has a 256
server daisy-chain limit, while the 8-port unit allows daisy-chaining of
248 servers. Contact Avocent to purchase additional KVM switches and
cables.
To cascade multiple switches:
1. Plug one end of the daisy-chain cable into the Daisy Chain Out port
on the rear of your primary Integrated LCD KVM Switch.
2. Connect the other end of the daisy-chain cable to the Daisy Chain
In port on the secondary KVM switch.
3. Repeat steps 1 and 2 for all subsequent switches.
4. Plug the ground terminator into the Daisy Chain Out port on the
rear of the last daisy-chained Integrated LCD KVM Switch.